Cryosurgery for Verruca Plantaris (Plantar Warts)

Cryosurgery for Verruca Plantaris (Plantar Warts)

Plantar warts, small growths that generally appear on the weight bearing areas of the foot, are very common. In fact, most people will have a plantar wart at some point in their lifetime. About 10% of teenagers have plantar warts, according to the American Orthopedic Foot and Ankle Society.(1) The following are indications of a […]

Cryosurgery for Actinic Keratosis

Cryosurgery for Actinic Keratosis

Actinic keratosis (AK) is the most common precancer that forms on skin damaged by exposure to the sun’s ultraviolet rays. The lesions often appear on sun-exposed areas, such as the face, lips, ears, shoulders, neck, and back. Generally, lesions appear as small, scaly patches of skin. They can be red, light or dark tan, pink, […]

Cryosurgery for Acrochordon (Skin Tags)

Cryosurgery for Acrochordon (Skin Tags)

Skin tags (or acrochordon) are small, noncancerous growths that are very common, with about half of all adults having at least one in their lifetime. While most skin tags are between 1-5mm, they can grow as large as a few centimeters. They are harmless and do not affect health, yet they can be unsightly and […]